Writers' Retreat
Expressions of interest now open for the inaugural Writers' Retreat at Arete
Writers’ Retreat at Arete
Calling writers
The weekend writers’ retreat invites you to step out of the everyday and engage
your creative spirit. You will enjoy:
✔ peaceful, luxurious surroundings designed for focus
✔ delicious meals – organic, free-range, locally sourced
✔ space and time for planning, writing and editing.
Hosted by
Sally Duxfield (Arete Retreat) and Sue Corkill (Fern Publishing)
When?
2pm Friday 27 March 2026 – 2 pm Sunday 29 March 2026
Where?
Fifteen minutes from Levin, in the foothills of the Tararua Forest Park:
Arete Retreat
865 Gladstone Road, Levin
Manawatū-Whanganui
Who is the retreat for?
This retreat is for writers ready to give their work focused attention in a setting
designed to support deep engagement.
What makes this retreat different?
The Fern Writers’ Retreat at Arete combines the craft of writing and a publishing
perspective. It is held in a secluded off-grid bush setting that supports
focused work.
Investment
$1,495.00 (incl GST)
Includes: ✔ workshops ✔ all meals
✔ private accommodation – single and double room options.
Contact
Sue Corkill – sue@fernpublishing.nz | 027 294 0684 |
www.fernpublishing.nz
Sally Duxfield – sally@sallyduxfield.com | www.arete.nz
